WDC technical analysis
WDC Technical Analysis
Analysis date
August 6, 2026
Market
NASDAQ (USD)
Daily cutoff
August 5, 2026
Reliability
Passed
Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.
Data verification
WDC Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- WDC
- Market
- NASDAQ
- Currency
- USD (US Dollar)
- Latest completed bar
- August 5, 2026
Historical prices are adjusted for corporate actions when applicable. Date and closing-price consistency checks passed for the latest completed daily bar.
| Validation series | Latest Close | Date | Difference | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calculation series | 519.17 | August 5, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 519.22 | August 5, 2026 | 0.01% | Verified |
Bottom line
WDC Technical Analysis Summary
WDC (Western Digital) is in a powerful long-term uptrend that is correcting after a spectacular run from about 73 to a 52-week high of 799.87. The weekly trend remains bullish with price at 544.84 above SMA20 (473.10), SMA50 (294.88), and SMA200 (105.03), though the weekly MACD histogram has turned negative as momentum cools. On the daily chart, price at 519.17 sits below SMA20 (525.21) and SMA50 (564.56) while holding above SMA200 (337.89), with RSI14 at 47.65 and a positive MACD histogram. The latest completed daily bar fell 5.36% on above-average volume after the company quarterly earnings report. Near-term support is at 422.11 (20/60-day low) with resistance at 601.50 (20-day high) and the 52-week high at 799.87 above. The setup is a corrective pause inside a larger uptrend: holding above 422.11 keeps the trend constructive, and a sustained move back above the SMA20 would be the first sign of stabilization.
Multi-timeframe dashboard
Multi-Timeframe Technical Dashboard
Comparing daily (2-year) and weekly (5-year) perspectives to identify aligned or conflicting signals.
Daily (August 5, 2026)
- Trend
- Mixed. Price at 519.17 is below SMA20 (525.21, -1.15%) and SMA50 (564.56, -8.04%) but well above SMA200 (337.89, +53.65%). The short and medium averages have rolled over after the strong run while the long-term average still points up, leaving the daily picture mixed after the sharp pullback from the 52-week high.
- Momentum
- Neutral with signs of firming. RSI14 at 47.65 is just below the 50 midline, reflecting the recent decline without reaching oversold territory. The MACD line at -11.05 sits below zero but above the signal at -14.28 with a positive histogram at 3.23, suggesting downward momentum is easing.
- Volatility
- Very high. ATR14 at 51.45 is 9.91% of price, reflecting extremely wide daily ranges after the run to nearly 800 and the subsequent correction. Bollinger Bands (450.44 to 599.98) are very wide, and price at 519.17 sits below the band middle after breaking down from the upper band.
- Volume
- Above average. Latest volume of 9,454,700 is 1.26x the 20-period average (7,507,620), showing heavy participation in the latest down session. Elevated volume on the decline keeps the pullback in play.
Assessment
WDC surged from about 73 to nearly 800 over the past year, then pulled back sharply from the 52-week high of 799.87 reached in mid-June. The daily chart shows price at 519.17 below SMA20 and SMA50 but above SMA200, RSI near 50, and a MACD histogram that has turned positive after the correction. The stock trades at 61.4% of its 52-week range, reflecting the big run and subsequent give-back. Near-term support is at 422.11 (20/60-day low) while resistance stands at 601.50 (20-day high) and then 799.87. The daily picture is a corrective pause within a larger uptrend; a close back above the SMA20 at 525.21 would be the first sign of stabilization.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Bullish. Price at 544.84 is above SMA20 (473.10, +15.16%), SMA50 (294.88, +84.77%), and SMA200 (105.03, +418.75%), with the averages in bullish ascending order, confirming the powerful long-term uptrend.
- Momentum
- Bullish but cooling. RSI14 at 59.08 is above the 50 midline. The MACD line at 78.97 has fallen below the signal at 87.44 with a negative histogram at -8.47, showing that medium-term momentum has cooled after the massive run while the overall bias stays positive.
- Volatility
- Very high. ATR14 at 91.22 is 16.74% of price, reflecting extreme weekly ranges. Bollinger Bands (244.58 to 701.62) are very wide, and price at 544.84 sits between the band middle and the upper band after the pullback.
- Volume
- Slightly above average. Weekly volume of 43,871,500 is 1.09x the 20-week average (40,113,690), indicating steady participation during the volatile period.
Assessment
The weekly chart retains a strongly bullish structure after one of the steepest runs in the stock history, with price well above all major averages. The pullback from 799.87 has brought price back to roughly the middle of the weekly Bollinger Bands and cooled weekly RSI to 59. The negative weekly MACD histogram is the main caution, signaling that the pace of the uptrend is slowing. As long as price holds above the weekly SMA20 at 473.10, the medium-term trend remains intact, and a weekly close back above 601.50 would point to renewed strength.
Key indicators
WDC Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 47.65 | 59.08 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | -11.05 / -14.28 / 3.23 | 78.97 / 87.44 / -8.47 |
| ATR (14) | 51.45 (9.91%) | 91.22 (16.74%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 450.44 - 599.98 | 244.58 - 701.62 |
| SMA (20) | 525.21 | 473.10 |
| SMA (50) | 564.56 | 294.88 |
| SMA (200) | 337.89 | 105.03 |
Price structure
WDC Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | 519.17 | 544.84 |
| 1-Period Return | -5.36% | +4.82% |
| 5-Period Return | +12.36% | -7.10% |
| 20-Period Return | -5.66% | +100.15% |
| 60-Period Return | +8.19% | +885.24% |
| 252-Period Return | +573.54% | +1168.39% |
| 52-Week Low | 72.94 | 72.94 |
| 52-Week High | 799.87 | 799.87 |
| 52-Week Position | 61.39% | 64.92% |
Key levels
WDC Support and Resistance Levels
Key price levels based on recent swing highs and lows across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Level | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| 20-Period High | 601.50 | 799.87 |
| 20-Period Low | 422.11 | 249.00 |
| 60-Period High | 799.87 | 799.87 |
| 60-Period Low | 422.11 | 54.45 |
Scenarios
WDC Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
Price reclaims and holds above the SMA20 at 525.21, then breaks above the 20-day high at 601.50 on above-average volume, resuming the move toward the 52-week high at 799.87.
Invalidation
Price closes below the 20/60-day low at 422.11.
What to watch
Daily RSI reclaiming 50, the daily MACD histogram staying positive, volume expanding on recovery attempts, and the weekly MACD histogram turning positive again.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price consolidates between support near 422.11 (20/60-day low) and resistance near 601.50 (20-day high) while momentum rebuilds after the sharp pullback.
Invalidation
A decisive close beyond either boundary, above 601.50 or below 422.11, on above-average volume.
What to watch
RSI oscillating between 35 and 55, the MACD histogram flattening toward zero, and volume normalizing after the earnings-driven move.
Bearish
Trigger
Price fails to hold the 20/60-day low at 422.11, which would open the way toward the weekly SMA20 near 473.10 failing as support and signal that the correction is extending.
Invalidation
Price reclaims the SMA20 at 525.21 and holds above it.
What to watch
Daily RSI falling below 35, the daily MACD line rolling over again, volume rising on down days, and NAND and hard drive demand trends.
Methodology
Methodology and Limitations
This technical analysis is calculated locally from adjusted OHLCV history. The daily series ends August 5, 2026, and the weekly series ends July 27, 2026 week. The latest completed daily bar is independently checked for date and closing-price consistency. Historical prices are adjusted for corporate actions when applicable. Indicators include Wilder RSI(14), MACD(12,26,9), SMA20/50/200, Wilder ATR(14), Bollinger Bands(20,2), relative volume, multi-period returns, and price-range levels. Support and resistance are descriptive zones, not guaranteed reversal points. Historical patterns do not predict future prices, and this page is not investment advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
This technical analysis is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Past performance and historical patterns are not guarantees of future results. All investments carry risk, including the potential loss of principal. Always conduct your own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Market data is checked for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated. Data cutoffs: daily August 5, 2026, weekly July 27, 2026 week. Generated August 6, 2026.
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